Adult Intensive Care Coordinator
Hillsboro, OR 
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Job Description
THE POSITION


Washington County Behavioral Health Division within the Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting for an Adult Intensive Care Coordinator to join the Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) team. This position will primarily serve adults with complex behavioral health needs, with the primary goal of improving health outcomes through collaboration with the individual, system providers and partners, and other organizations providing supports. If you have a passion for working with adults with complex behavioral health needs and enjoy system navigation and collaboration, please consider joining our team!

To learn more about our Division, please use this link: Behavioral Health (Mental Health Services)

* Effective 4/13/2024, this recruitment will open continuous until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the posting may be closed at any time without further notice. Washington County reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period. *

** It is anticipated that the first initial application screening will start the week of 4/29/2024 for the applications submitted by Sunday, 4/28/2024. This posting will remain open and applications received after 4/28/2024 may be considered if needed. **

About the position
In this role, you will work to ensure Oregon Health Plan members residing in Washington County have access to care coordination regardless of eligibility for specific services. You will work with adult clients to provide needs assessment, care planning, connection to service delivery systems, and coordination with behavioral health, physical health, and dental providers. Using a person-centered approach, you will facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings and coordinate with partners including legal systems, Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), and Developmental Disability services with the goal of improving communication and health outcomes in all areas.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule including working 2-3 days/week remotely.

Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
  • Experience and commitment working with adults with complex behavioral health needs.
  • Experience working with clients with dual diagnosis (behavioral health and substance use disorder) is preferred but not required.
  • An understanding of the needs of the Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) community in Washington County.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to complete documentation accurately in a timely manner.
  • Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and system partners.
  • Compassion and strengths-oriented approach.
  • Understanding of Medicaid systems in Oregon.
  • Bilingual/multi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County's services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.


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ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Adult Intensive Care Coordinator is a working title. This position is classified as a Senior Mental Health Services Coordinator. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification, please use this link: Senior Mental Health Services Coordinator-Mental Health.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

  • A master's degree in a clinical field related to the diagnosis, etiology and treatment of mental health disorders; AND three (3) years of increasingly responsible mental health experience in assisting individuals with severe and persistent mental illness in accessing needed services and support; AND
  • Must be certified by the Mental Health and Addictions Certification Board of Oregon as a Qualified Mental Health Professional or hold an approved clinical license and meet the criteria of a Qualified Mental Health Professional as defined in the Oregon Administrative Rules.

Preferred Qualification (Not required to be considered for the position):
  • Bilingual/Multi-lingual

Background Investigation:
Please be advised that this position is required to pass a criminal background check post offer.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our commitment to you:

Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


Steps of the process:
  1. Apply today! In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
  2. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs starting the week of when the posting closes. Additional preferred qualifications screening may be applied prior to the interview step depending on the number of applications received.
  3. Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
  4. Conditional Offer: A successful candidate will require to successfully clear a 3rd party background check as a pre-employment condition and Oregon State comprehensive background check as a condition of continuous employment.
Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.

Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.

Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Yeji Seo, Talent Acquisition Partner
Yeji_Seo@washingtoncountyor.gov

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* Washington County is a drug-free workplace *

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$74,901.96 - $91,024.68 Annually
Required Education
Master's Degree
Required Experience
3 years
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